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Chowan University company history timeline

1848

Doctor Archibald McDowell of South Carolina was elected first principal, and the Institute opened on October 11, 1848 with eleven students.

Chowan was founded by Doctor Godwin Cotton Moore in 1848 as Chowan Baptist Female Institute, a four-year women's college.

1851

The McDowell Columns building, which houses the administrative offices of the college, was constructed in 1851.

1949

After being closed six years Chowan College reopened in 1949 as a two-year coeducational institution.

1992

In 1992 Chowan College returned to four-year status and has now developed a solid reputation for academic quality and leadership in the cultural and religious life of eastern North Carolina and Virginia.

2003

Located just behind Penny Hall, the Senior Rock was requested by the Class of 2003.

2004

The bell was used to change classes, call students to chapel, and celebrate athletic victories.” (Frank Stephenson, Chowan College, 2004)

2006

The college's board of trustees elected to officially change the name to Chowan University on April 6, 2006, and the change in status took place on September 1, 2006.

2010

In 2010 the university began offering a Master of Education degree in elementary education.

2022

Students in the spring 2022 HON 114 – Honors First-Year Experience class researched, compiled, and created The Blue and White: Chowan’s Traditions Book.

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1848
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Alexis Avery,Dr. Shirley Alt,Sarah Alt,Tina Ashley,Alegrea Boone,Brenda Baisey,Calvin Carter,Deborah Baugham,Derek Burke,Derrick Carter,Dr. David Ballew,Dr. Ella Benson,Dr. Jill Awuni,Dr. Mukta Bhandari,Jennie Blowe,Jordan Cartrette,Kim Sherman Bailey,Lisa Bland,Mechelle Blunt,Mr. Evann Carpenter,Rob Buller,Sarah Bonner,Troy Carrow,William Bratcher,Zachery Blore
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